Pave Ciner Bangle
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Gilt bangle by Ciner N.Y. of pave diagonal bands and gilt rope motifs. 1960s USA.
Interior diameter 2" x 2.5"
Width .5"
Excellent condition.
What defines “fine” jewelry? For many aficionados, there’s a clear line separating the golden wheat from the gilded chaff. But the handcrafted pieces made by Ciner, a 128-year-old costume jewelry house with a glittering past to rival some of the hautest high jewelers, call into question our notions of what constitutes preciousness.
Quality? Craftsmanship? Painstaking detail? Vintage Ciner earrings, brooches, necklaces and other accessories have them all in spades.
Much of the Ciner’s allure can be traced to its origins in fine jewelry. Emanuel Ciner, an Austrian immigrant, founded the firm in Manhattan in 1892, crafting pieces from the traditional precious gems, gold and platinum. But World War I and the Great Depression caused purse strings to tighten and materials to become scarce. Rather than try to weather the economic downturn, which shuttered many other American jewelers, Ciner made the risky transition from fine jewelry to costume (or fashion) jewelry — virtually uncharted territory.
Emanuel Ciner’s sons, Irwin and Charles, introduced an array of innovations — rubber casting molds, which are especially durable and produce higher quality results, and white metal alloys, which affordably mimic the look of more precious materials — that would become the standard for costume jewelry. During World War II, Ciner’s advanced molding technology was utilized by the U.S. military to produce munitions and tools. This arrangement gave the firm access to the heavily rationed metals it needed for its jewels, enabling it again to endure conditions that drove others into bankruptcy.
The company hit its stride in the 1960s, when its jewelry was sold at some of the country’s toniest stores, even garnering an Andy Warhol–illustrated ad for Bonwit Teller. Its pieces were worn by the era’s brightest stars. In the famous 1957 Joe Shere photo of Sophia Loren sneering at Jayne Mansfield’s décolletage, Mansfield is resplendent in shoulder-grazing Ciner earrings.
Ciner is unique among costume jewelers in that its pieces aren’t imitations — they are coveted in their own right. Elizabeth Taylor, a voracious jewelry collector with a taste for the very finest, was a longtime client. Several suites of Ciner jewels were included in the 2011 Christie’s sale of Taylor’s collection, with one group of rhinestone-studded ear clips and a bracelet fetching $15,600 — more than 100 times the auction estimate. It’s a reminder of a time, not so long ago, when women of great style wore fine and costume jewelry with equal aplomb, often at the same time.
Today, Ciner — now run by Emanuel Ciner’s granddaughter Pat Ciner Hill and great-granddaughter Jean Hill — continues to adhere to the same exacting production specifications. It is the only jewelry house in New York, and likely the United States, that manufactures all its pieces entirely in-house. Each begins with dozens of elements that are cast in rubber molds and then individually filed and polished, plated in a particularly thick layer of 18-karat gold or rhodium, assembled on the bench and painted with enamel or set with stones. Every step is performed by hand by craftsmen, many of whom have been with the company for more than 30 years.
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Pave Ciner Bangle
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Gilt bangle by Ciner N.Y. of pave diagonal bands and gilt rope motifs. 1960s USA.
Interior diameter 2" x 2.5"
Width .5"
Excellent condition.
$475Sale Price|29% Off
Ciner Opulent Black Enamel Glass Jeweled Hinged Elephant Bracelet c 1970s
By Ciner
Located in University City, MO
CINER gilt metal black enamel glass jeweled hinged elephant bracelet c 1970s The opulent bracelet is designed with an exotic elephant adorned with a ruby color glass cabochon mounted...
Enamel, Gilt Metal
Vintage Ciner Costume Jewelry Bracelet
By Ciner
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Brand: Ciner Size: 6.25 inches Beautiful vintage bracelet, signed Ciner, with blue stones. Perfect to complete your summer look. Please note that this is a costume jewelry piece.
Vintage Ciner Art Deco Ruby Line Bracelet 1960s
By Ciner
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Ciner Deco Ruby Bracelet. Meticulously crafted by one of America's costume jewellery pioneers, this piece crosses the line looking every i...
Ciner Bracelet Giraffe Swarovski Crystal Bangle New, never worn 1980s
By Ciner
Located in Wallkill, NY
Ciner Giraffe Rhinestone Enamel Bracelet Has a gold-toned base with black enamel, Swarovski Crystals adorn this bracelet. Will fit a 6-7 wrist nicely. In...
Crystal
Ciner 1960s Vintage Sapphire Oval Crystals Clear Flower Circle Cabochon 2 Set
By Ciner
Located in Wokingham, England
Ciner 1960s Vintage Sapphire Navy Blue Oval Whole Crystals Clear Flower Circle Beads Cabochon Charms Link Elegant 2 Set Clip Drop Earrings Bracelet, Silver Tone Very good condition....
Silver Plate
Ciner Crystal Swarovski Encrusted Bracelet- Never Worn 1980s
By Ciner
Located in Wallkill, NY
Ciner White gilt metal encrusted with Swarovski Crystals Measures .42 inches / .11 mm wide. It is 7.25 inches end to end and will fit a 6.5 inches to 6-3/4 inch wrist. Matching Neck...
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Ciner Swarovski Crystal Bracelet 1980s
By Ciner
Located in Wallkill, NY
Ciner Gold gilt metal with stunning Swarovski Crystals. Measures . 7.25 inches end to end. will fit a 6.5 to 7 wrist. Matching Necklace listed as well. This is out of a massive colle...
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Vintage Ciner Gold Tone Diamante Link Bracelet Circa 1980s
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Ciner Gold Tone Diamante Link Bracelet Circa 1980s. It is a classic that has been made throughout the centuries. It can be great stacked up or worn alone. It can be mixed an...
Mixed Metal
$215Sale Price|20% Off
Gold & Cream Enamel Chunky Link Bracelet By Ciner, 1970s
By Ciner
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 7.5" length - 1.4" width - Cream acrylic - Gold plated - Hidden box clasp with safty chain - By Ciner (signed on clasp) - Circa 1970s - Estate acquired - G...
Ciner Multi-Color Rhinestone Encrusted Gold Bracelet
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Ciner's wonderfully multi-color and multi-size rhinestone encrusted gilded gold hardware bracelet measures 2 3/4" in width, 2 1/2" in ...
1980's Ciner Double Faux Pearl Necklace & Matching Zebra Enamel Bracelet
By Ciner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning set of 1980's Ciner iconic enamel and faux pearl necklace and matching hard cuff bracelet. The zebra and rhinestone clasp, almost 4" long, with green cabochon eyes on the do...
Enamel, Gilt Metal
Vintage Ciner Art Deco Inspired Paste Plait Bracelet 1980s
By Ciner
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Ciner Paste Plait Bracelet. A glorious take on the eternally chic Art Deco jewels by one of America's finest costume jewellery makers. Incredible quality, incredible style,...
Vintage Ciner Green Enamel and Gold Diamante Link Bracelet, 1980s
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Green Enamel and Gold with Diamante Bracelet Circa 1980s. This is a beautifully crafted bracelet, with the inside just as gorgeous as the outside. It appears to have green e...
Enamel, Mixed Metal
Ciner Basketweave Gold Gilt Bracelet, Never Worn 1990s
By Ciner
Located in Wallkill, NY
1990s Ciner Bracelet. Measuring .83 inches wide x 7.25 inches long. It will fit a 6.5 - 7 inch wrist nicely. We have many more Ciner pieces on our storefront. This is out of a massi...
Gilt Metal
Vintage Faux Pearl With Gold and Green Bead Accent Bracelet Circa 1980s
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Faux Pearl With Gold and Green Bead Accent Bracelet Circa 1980s. This is a beautifully crafted bracelet, and the pearls are in great condition. There are pieces of green sit...
Mixed Metal
$16,000
W 0.45 in D 0.2 in L 7 in
Antique Art Deco Bracelet Platinum Diamond & Emerald Vintage Estate Jewelry
Located in Greer, SC
"Lady's Art Deco emerald and diamond link bracelet is platinum, stamped Platinum, bright finish, good condition, weighs 10.6 pennyweights. Center is rectangular shaped graduating 11....
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$12,000 / item
Croc Tail Cuff Bangle in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Tails powerfully entwine the wearers wrist, the gently overlapping scales creating structure that echoes the Australian saltwater croc´s armour. Featuring our signature croc skin fil...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$625
H 0.75 in W 0.75 in D 0.25 in Dm 2.25 in L 7.5 in
Vintage Ciner Gold Tone Diamante Link Bracelet Circa 1980s
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Ciner Gold Tone Diamante Link Bracelet Circa 1980s. It is a classic that has been made throughout the centuries. It can be great stacked up or worn alone. It can be mixed an...
Mixed Metal
Ciner Swarovski Crystal Bracelet 1980s
By Ciner
Located in Wallkill, NY
Ciner Gold gilt metal with stunning Swarovski Crystals. Measures . 7.25 inches end to end. will fit a 6.5 to 7 wrist. Matching Necklace listed as well. This is out of a massive colle...
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Art Deco Style Pink Sapphire and White Diamond Gold Bangle
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An elegant bangle, it features 5 pink sapphires weighing 0.15 carat and 4 white round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.10 carat. The pink sapphires are of vivid colour, with excellent...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, White G...
0.75 Carat Diamond Bolo Bezel Set Bracelet G SI 14k White Gold Adjustable
Located in New York, NY
0.75 Carat Natural Diamond Bolo Bezel set Bracelet G SI 14K White Gold 7'' 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Bracelet 0.75CT G-H SI 14K White Gold...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$625
H 0.65 in W 0.65 in D 0.4 in Dm 2.25 in L 7.25 in
Vintage Ciner Green Enamel and Gold Diamante Link Bracelet, 1980s
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Green Enamel and Gold with Diamante Bracelet Circa 1980s. This is a beautifully crafted bracelet, with the inside just as gorgeous as the outside. It appears to have green e...
Enamel, Mixed Metal
Ciner Basketweave Gold Gilt Bracelet, Never Worn 1990s
By Ciner
Located in Wallkill, NY
1990s Ciner Bracelet. Measuring .83 inches wide x 7.25 inches long. It will fit a 6.5 - 7 inch wrist nicely. We have many more Ciner pieces on our storefront. This is out of a massi...
Gilt Metal
Rachel Koen 1.50cttw Round Cut Diamond Flexible Bangle Bracelet 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic look with easy elegance, this flexible diamond bangle bracelet exudes sophistication. Features prong set round brilliant cut...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Rachel Koen 1.51cttw Round Cut Diamond Flexible Bangle Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic look with easy elegance, this flexible diamond bangle bracelet exudes sophistication. Features prong set round brilliant cut...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rachel Koen 4.27ctw Tapered Baguette Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Let your style shine with this fancy and elegant diamond bangle bracelet. Crafted in 18k white gold, this stunning bracelet features 78 channel set tapered Baguette cut shimmering di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$37,500
W 0.5 in L 6.75 in
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelet Gold Coral Gemstones French Estate Jewelry
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet made of 18k gold, coral, chrysoprase and accented with diamond. The bracelet consists of five elongated coral planks framed in 18 karat yellow gold decorated with diamonds. The coral’s salmon coloring is perfectly even, with no spots or cavities. There are five four-prong set oval cabochon cut chrysoprase staged between the planks. The contrast of the deep green gems and the coral is striking. The little diamonds set in the arrow patterns add a luxurious touch to the piece. This VCA vintage bracelet is a special jewel which reflects the wearer’s personality and taste. The vintage Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet comes in an original VCA box which makes it the perfect piece at a fraction of the retail price. This vintage French bracelet is made of 18k yellow gold, coral, chrysoprase and accented with round brilliant cut diamonds (G-H color, VS clarity, total weight approximately 0.60 carat). The vintage bracelet measures 6 ¾” x ¼” (17.3 x 0.8 cm) and weighs 25.1 grams. The coral bracelet is stamped with Van Cleef & Arpels maker's mark and workshop, hallmark for 18 karat gold, French hallmarks for 18 karat gold and serial number. Chic, colorful and wearable, this vintage 18k gold necklace bracelet set is a great addition to your jewelry collection. About Van Cleef & Arpels Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry has been worn by celebrities and royalty since the first boutique opening in 1906. Being founded by a daughter of a precious stone dealer and a son of a stone cutter, Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef, the brand was meant to be big in the jewelry world. Press used to call the power couple union “The Maison based on love”. Even before Art Deco was pronounced as a style, VCA brand was known for their skillfully made, bold geometric pieces. Later, during the century, the maker mastered this design approach to the top notch jewelry level. The experimental spirit, fearless usage of the exotic materials and truly unique gemstone combinations brought Van Cleef & Arpels to the top three Maisons of the jewelry world. In order to make this prestigious jewelry affordable not only for an affluent clientele, Nadine Krakov Collection offers a wide selection of estate Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry without the high markups. About Vintage French Jewelry: Vintage French jewelry is highly valued by jewelry experts and enthusiasts. Since the late Renaissance, France has been established itself as one of the world trendsetters in art and fashion. A quick look at the top 5 French jewelry designers — Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Hermes, Chaumet, Chanel — describes French level of greatness even better. What allowed France to reach such a high level in the jewelry world hierarchy? In a nutshell, it’s because of the apprenticeship system. In the beginning of 1950s in France anyone at the age 14 could start learning the craft. This way French jewelers, like no others in the world, gain a substantial portion of experience at the early age. Even non-designer jewels were produced by the high skilled masters. Most modern jewelry is not handcrafted anymore, and mass market-oriented production is prevailing. Jewelry designs are streamlined to use as less hand labor as possible. That’s why today vintage French jewelry is in such high demand. About Coral Jewelry: Once considered as a plant, coral acquired the nickname “garden of the sea”. In fact, coral is a branch formed by microscopic species called the coral polyp. It grows in the ocean and forms massive colonies. In different cultures wearing coral has different meanings. In Slavic countries coral beads were a part of the national costumes. The ancient Romans believed coral protected their kids from danger. Same in Italy, where in the beginning of 20th century coral jewelry was believed to be an anti-evil eye protection. Today coral is worn as a chic accessory with meaning and admired for its exceptional natural beauty. The silky coral texture and a variety of coral colors attract jewelry lovers all over the world. The value of vintage coral jewelry...
Chrysophrase, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Inspired 14k Yellow Gold Plated Rhinestone Horse Hinged Bracelet
By Ciner
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ciner 14k Yellow Gold Plated Rhinestone Horse Hinged Bracelet is a stunning statement piece that combines elegance with a touch of equestrian charm. Crafted with a rich yellow gold p...
Ciner Black Enameld on Gold and Rhinestone Tiger Bangle
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Ciner Black Enameld on Gold and Rhinestone Tiger Bangle
Gold Plate
Ciner 1970s Enamel and Rhinestone Vintage Zebra Cuff
By Ciner
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This stylish cuff was made in c.1970 by the American Ciner company. Their animal inspired designs are extremely collectable. Condition Report:...
Enamel
Ciner Bracelet Swarovski Crystal Bangle New, Never Worn 1990s
By Ciner
Located in Wallkill, NY
Ciner Bracelet with prong set with Multi Colored Swarovski Crystals . Slide-in clasp with a safety clip. This is a Massive bracelet. measuring 1.25 in wide. Will fit up to a 7 inch wrist. Amazing Statement piece. We have many more pieces of Ciner jewelry...
Gilt Metal
Vintage Ciner Double Head Snake Rhinestone Bracelet, 1960s
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Vintage gold plated bracelet by Ciner features two interlocking snake heads embedded with red, green and blue rhinestones. Signed. Period: 1960s Co...
24k Gold, Base Metal
CINER c.1970s Gold Copper Enamel Swarovski Crystal Leopard Hinge Bangle Bracelet
By Ciner
Located in Thiensville, WI
CINER c.1970s Gold Copper Enamel Swarovski Crystal Leopard Hinge Bangle Bracelet Brand / Manufacturer: Ciner Circa: 1970s Style: Bangle bracelet Color(s): Shades of gold, copper...
1960's Ciner Red White & Blue Enamel Link Bracelet
By Ciner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1960's Ciner red, white & blue enamel link bracelet. Stamped with Ciner signature on the inner clasp. Seven white enamel links with red and blue connectors. In excellent condition wi...
Enamel
1980's Ciner Double Faux Pearl Necklace & Matching Zebra Enamel Bracelet
By Ciner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning set of 1980's Ciner iconic enamel and faux pearl necklace and matching hard cuff bracelet. The zebra and rhinestone clasp, almost 4" long, with green cabochon eyes on the do...
Enamel, Gilt Metal
Vintage Ciner Cougar Head Enamel & Crystal Pavé Hinged Bangle Bracelet, Signed
By Ciner
Located in McKinney, TX
- 2.5" diameter, fits most wrists - Opens on a hinge - Hidden box clasp closure with safety latch - Gold plated - Drenched in heavy enamel - Rhinestone crystal accents - Signed "CINE...
Crystal, Enamel
Ciner 1980s Abstract Gold Link Bracelet
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful abstract link bracelet in a rich gold color by American fashion jewelry company Ciner of New York. The bracelet has a good weight and measures .88 of an inch wide, .25 of...
Gold Plate
Ciner Art Deco Rhinestone Bracelet, circa 1930
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
An early 1930s Art Deco bracelet by New York City fashion jewelry company Ciner. The bracelet is rhodium plate with geometric design typical o...
Base Metal, Rhodium
Ciner Bracelet Bamboo Black Enamel / Gold Gilt New, Never worn
By Ciner
Located in Wallkill, NY
Bamboo style Ciner Bracelet- Slide clasp with safety. Black Enamel Measures- .55 at the widest down to .43 inside 2.23. will fit a 6-7 wrist fine. This is out of a massive collectio...
Enamel